Sony Music is expected to name Golden Globe-nominated songwriter Amanda Ghost as president of Epic Records as early as today, The Post has learned.
Two sources close to the situation said Sony and Ghost agreed to terms last week and that the company wants to announce her appointment ahead of Sunday’s Grammy Awards ceremony.
Ghost will replace Charlie Walk, who left Epic after his contract expired at the end of last year.
While Ghost has no operating experience, she does have close artist ties. Her songwriting credits include James Blunt’s hit “You’re Beautiful” and Jordan Sparks’ “Tattoo.” She’s also had a Golden Globe nomination for her work with Beyoncé on the “Cadillac Records” soundtrack.
But the move is fraught with risks as well. Ghost is managing a profit-and-loss statement at a time when labels are under pressure to keep costs down and budgets tight.

